Dunsmore (United Kingdom) - AllCarIndex

Dunsmore MotorTraction was a British automotive manufacturer based in Stretton-on-Dunsmore, Warwickshire, that operated from 1987 until approximately 1997. The company specialized in producing classic roadster kits, which were designed to appeal to enthusiasts of vintage-style vehicles.

The initial prototype of the Dunsmore roadster utilized a Vauxhall Ventora engine paired with an Austin Westminster rear axle. However, the production models were equipped with Jaguar mechanical components, mounted on an underslung steel ladder chassis. This design allowed for flexibility, as any engine could theoretically be fitted to the vehicle.

One of the distinctive features of the Dunsmore roadster was its construction, which included fabric-covered plywood or steel body panels over a steel tube frame. The design emphasized a classic aesthetic, incorporating a beam front axle with leaf spring suspension, friction dampers, non-servo drum brakes, and a large diameter steering wheel, all of which contributed to its antique character.